Clinical Medicine Overview
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What does 'poor health' best describe in the context of the elderly patient?

  • Improper nutrition and health care (correct)
  • Chronic illness management
  • Aging process and disabilities
  • Lack of physical activity

    • What does 'relatively good health' mean in reference to a patient with arthritis and eczema?

  • Being free from any chronic conditions
  • Maintaining a structured diet
  • Experiencing frequent complications
  • Able to function and have a quality of life that suits her (correct)

    • Which best defines 'failing health' as experienced by an elderly patient?

  • In deteriorating condition and may die (correct)
  • Recovering from a previous illness
  • Maintaining a stable health condition
  • Experiencing minor ailments

    • What does 'professional caring' imply in the nursing context?

    <p>Requiring advanced education, training, and preparation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is 'competent' best defined for a nurse?

    <p>Skilled, knowledgeable, and capable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'health challenge' refer to in the context of diabetes?

    <p>A chronic illness that must be managed over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of multiculturalism, what does 'melting pot' imply?

    <p>Complete integration of all cultures into one</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'lived experience' indicate regarding health challenges?

    <p>Individual, personal experience with health issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can conscience be best described?

    <p>A moral sense of being right or wrong</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Doctors have full authority over all aspects of patient care. What is the correct statement?

    <p>This statement is false.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Are physiotherapists always excluded from health-care teams?

    <p>No, they often participate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Collaboration within the health-care team excludes the patient. Is this statement true or false?

    <p>False, patients are included.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Do patients have no choice in the type of care they receive?

    <p>No, patients have choices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Nurses and dieticians add valuable contributions to patient care planning. Is this statement true or false?

    <p>True, they provide unique insights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is defined as the actual practice of medicine in diagnosing and treating disease?

    <p>Clinical medicine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the comprehensive assessment and care provided by a specialized team in a medical setting?

    <p>Health care team</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'ambulatory patients' refer to?

    <p>Patients who can walk and are not confined to a bed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which instrument is specifically used for viewing the internal structures of the eye?

    <p>Ophthalmoscope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of a complete physical examination?

    <p>Diagnosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'vital signs' refer to in a medical context?

    <p>Physical measurements such as temperature and pulse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes 'palpation'?

    <p>Feeling specific areas of the patient's body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method involves the act of striking the body to determine sound quality?

    <p>Percussion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'clinician' relates to care that is focused on which aspect?

    <p>Bedside patient care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In medical terms, what is referred to as a 'sign'?

    <p>An observable and measurable change in the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'holistic' refer to in the context of health?

    <p>Addressing all aspects of a person's well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines 'health promotion'?

    <p>Teaching and providing information about healthy living</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most appropriate definition of 'needs' in the context of health?

    <p>Something you certainly require</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option best describes a 'passive receiver'?

    <p>A person who is submissive and acted upon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'disease' indicate?

    <p>Pathological changes indicated by symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term best describes the action of 'collaborate'?

    <p>To work together and plan jointly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The word 'prevention' can best be described as:

    <p>Taking positive action to avoid negative outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In health terminology, what does 'cure' refer to?

    <p>Methods designed to restore health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'community relationships' imply in health contexts?

    <p>Social connections and support systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'optimal well-being'?

    <p>A personal sense of wellness across various aspects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect does the family history in a medical history primarily evaluate?

    <p>History of certain diseases in other family members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes a condition that is severe but brief in duration?

    <p>Acute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'malignant' refer to in medical terminology?

    <p>A condition that becomes progressively worse and may result in death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of taking a medical history?

    <p>To evaluate symptoms of a disease and gather information about possible problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately defines 'atrophy'?

    <p>A wasting away of the body or of an organ or part</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information does the term 'benign' convey regarding a disease?

    <p>The disease is unlikely to lead to death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prognosis of a disease indicate?

    <p>A prediction of the course of the disease process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes 'sign' in medical terminology?

    <p>An observable occurrence indicating a disease state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Clinical Medicine

    • Clinical Medicine refers to the practice of medicine in diagnosing and treating diseases. The term "clinical" originates from the Greek word "kliné" meaning "sick bed."
    • Ambulatory patients can walk around, while inpatients are confined to bed.
    • Medical doctors (MDs) or physicians examine and diagnose patients.

    Diagnosis

    • Diagnosis involves a complete examination of the body and mind, along with a detailed medical history.

    Physical Examination

    • Complete physical examination comprises five aspects:

      • Inspection: visually examining the patient
      • Palpation: feeling specific areas of the body
      • Auscultation: listening to internal organ sounds
      • Percussion: striking various parts of the body to assess sounds
      • Vital signs: measuring temperature, pulse, respiratory rate, and blood pressure (T, P, R, BP)

    • Signs are objectively measurable changes in the patient's body or bodily functions.

    Medical History

    • Medical history encompasses past events that may be relevant to the patient's current health. It includes:

      • Family history: diseases in family members
      • Presenting symptoms (chief complaint): the reason for seeking medical attention
      • Past history: previous illnesses
      • Social history: marital status, living conditions, etc.

    • The information from the physical examination and medical history is documented in the medical record.

    Diagnosis Terminology

    • Acute: short and severe condition
    • Ambulatory: able to walk around
    • Anomaly: irregularity or deviation from normal
    • Atrophy: wasting away of a body part or organ
    • Benign: non-fatal disease
    • Chronic: recurring or long-lasting condition
    • Diagnosis: identification of a disease
    • Malignant: progressively worsening condition that can be fatal
    • Metastatic: disease spreading from one place to another
    • Prognosis: prediction of the course of a disease
    • Sign: objectively observable occurrence indicating a disease
    • Symptom: subjective feeling or sensation experienced by the patient

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    This quiz covers essential concepts in Clinical Medicine, including diagnosis, physical examination techniques, and the distinction between ambulatory and inpatient care. Test your understanding of the medical practices involved in patient assessment and the importance of vital signs in clinical evaluations.

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